Moving averages help determine trends and momentum, with basic strategies focusing on price crossovers. Analysis of various periods reveals that longer moving averages typically outperform shorter ones. A contrarian approach, buying when prices fall, yields better returns, suggesting a strategy combining both short and long-term indicators may be most effective.
Analysis of Technical Analysis
The author has developed a framework for testing technical trading strategies, allowing users to create indicators, generate signals, and chart results. Despite acknowledging the existence of mature packages, the author shares personal insights on technical analysis’s futility. A contrarian strategy outperformed traditional methods, demonstrating the framework’s utility in backtesting.
The Last 5 Years & Earlier Stuff
The Last 5 Years, a musical by Jason Robert Brown, was performed at Dartmouth in 2004, featuring a talented cast and challenging music. The author cherishes the score for its complexity and uniqueness. Recently, they’ve been digitizing and uploading old performances, enjoying the nostalgia and discovery of past productions.
Ayn Rand & Tech Entrepreneurs
Ayn Rand’s philosophy emphasizes action over inaction, resonating with New York City’s vibrant tech startup culture. The author, influenced by entrepreneurial coursework, encourages aspiring creators to move beyond passive behaviors like retweeting and instead take initiative to build, write, and contribute meaningfully to society through tangible projects.
Saintly Music
The author reflects on digitizing old audio and video tapes, discovering a live performance of their first original composition for string quartet and piano, inspired by the Love Theme from the movie The Saint. They express their fondness for the film despite its poor ratings and critique its soundtrack.
Digital Media Marketing @NYUStern
The Digital Media Marketing class unexpectedly emphasized entrepreneurship over traditional marketing. Featuring industry leaders from Yahoo and engaging presentations, students developed business plans and learned the importance of creativity in coding processes. My team iterated multiple times on our venture idea, highlighted by valuable insights from speakers and memorable lectures.
Godspell
Last night, Laurel and I attended a performance of Godspell at Circle in the Square, which exceeded my low expectations. Contrary to the anticipated 70s style, the show featured modern music and high-energy performances. I recommend it, though the distraction of audience snacks during emotional scenes was bothersome.
Sunday Nights & Sex Toys
Tonight’s Digital Media Marketing class at NYU Stern featured guest speakers Dennis Crowley of Foursquare and Alexa Von Tobel of LearnVest. They shared their entrepreneurial journeys and emphasized the importance of storytelling in pitches. Both speakers showcased their passion for their work, inspiring others to pursue what they love.
Philosophy of Ben Folds
Ben Folds’ music redefined pop-rock piano, showcasing its potential beyond classical and jazz. His unique style combines repetitive melodies and jazzy riffs, enabling the piano to resonate as powerfully as guitar-driven music. Notably, Folds’ performances, like the Yale concert, highlight his adaptability, even finishing on guitar after breaking a string.
How to Fix Yahoo, Stern Style
In an engaging NYU Stern Digital Media Marketing class, industry leaders like Dan Rosensweig and Terry Semel shared insights on revitalizing Yahoo. Students proposed innovative solutions, emphasizing the need for internal talent retention and a shift towards risk-taking and creativity. The session highlighted the importance of passion and persistence in achieving success.